SCU’s libraries are much more than book repositories; they’re inspiring spaces for research, collaboration, and reflection. (We still have books, but most of them are delivered by a 100-foot-tall robot.)
University Library
The University Library at Santa Clara (aka the learning commons, which is easier to say than its full name: Harrington Learning Commons, Sobrato Technology Center, and Orradre Library) is an inspiring and groundbreaking place of research and learning.
Spanning 194,000 square feet on four levels, our library features energy-efficient lighting, light-filled public spaces, three open-air terraces, wireless networking, an art gallery, more than a million books, and over 200 new computers. It’s a great place to study, reflect, get work done, or just hang out.
Heafey Law Library
The Edwin A. Heafey Law Library is the primary reference library for the Santa Clara University School of Law. The law library occupies approximately 40,000 square feet of space and offers student conference rooms, computer labs, a wireless network, enhanced audio-visual capabilities, and seating for over 400 students. The collection totals approximately 400,000 volumes in hard copy, microform, and digital formats.
Collaborate: Group study rooms are available for students, faculty, and staff to work or study together.
Study: You'll find cozy nooks, large tables, carrels, computer and media stations, video viewing and recording rooms, and even outdoor study spaces in the Learning Commons and Technology Center.
Get work done: Whether you need a quiet space to focus alone, a room to collaborate with others, or some assistance with your research, we're here to help.
Find your spot: The lower level of the Main Library is one of many study spaces in the building.
An inspiring place to study and learn: Our main library building houses the Harrington Learning Commons, Sobrato Family Technology Center, and Orradre Library.